Question

Select the two true statements about Prince Henry's school of navigation. Its purpose was to train sailors to sail west to reach China. It employed the best map makers available. It employed average sailors as teachers. The students were instructed in the old, traditional sailing techniques. It was located in a small town in North Africa. On-the-job training was accomplished on successive trips down the coast of Africa.

Answer 1

The correct statement is "It employed the best map makers available."

Explanation:

• Prince Henry was studying in the navigation schools.
• The schools employed the best map makers to train students about shipping towards the west.
• Along with maps, teachers were also training students about different routes.
• The aim of this education was to train students about all types of problems they might face in the sea.